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Recent Examples of trajectory
In space, satellites deviated from their trajectories due to the changes in air density caused by the sudden heating triggered by the energetic processes.
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Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Each of Romito’s good-food-for-all endeavors, along with a new research and test lab in the works for 2026 in Castel di Sangro, is part of the same philosophy driving his trajectory as a chef and entrepreneur.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2025
While Arenas would eventually return to the league, Crittenton’s trajectory took a much darker turn.
—Nasha Smith, People.com, 6 May 2025
CEOs and their closest advisors often share similar characteristics and a worldview shaped by their career trajectories, networks and historical business models.
—Joseph Santana, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Tereza Pultarova, Space.com, 9 May 2025
Each of Romito’s good-food-for-all endeavors, along with a new research and test lab in the works for 2026 in Castel di Sangro, is part of the same philosophy driving his trajectory as a chef and entrepreneur.
—Lindsey Tramuta, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2025
While Arenas would eventually return to the league, Crittenton’s trajectory took a much darker turn.
—Nasha Smith, People.com, 6 May 2025
CEOs and their closest advisors often share similar characteristics and a worldview shaped by their career trajectories, networks and historical business models.
—Joseph Santana, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trajectory
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While embarking on mission to avenge Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal), the duo cross paths with a dangerous militant faction known as the Washington Liberation Front (W.L.F.) led by Isaac (Jeffrey Wright).—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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But with the Civil War, the hopes and dreams of the Declaration of Independence were put on the path to fulfillment and America’s best years were unleashed.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 May 2025
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Taking a bus or driving the 435-mile route is also an option.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Originally Published: May 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT Most Popular Most Popular Property of the week: Striking historic home along the Connecticut river Parking crunch looms at major CT airport amid route expansion.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2025
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Over the last three games, VanVleet has scored 25, 26 and 29 points, shooting an eye-popping 18 for 27 from behind the arc.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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An audience of 218 semi-encircles the stage on tiers fitted out with comfortable leather armchairs; the musicians perform against a convex wall that tosses sound across the same wide arc.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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As a result, the craft remain untracked for hours or even days at a time, depending on their orbit.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
10 May 2025
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This one never made it beyond orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.—
Marcia Dunn,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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Though olive oil coffee can be a healthy way to enjoy your daily coffee, consuming it in moderation is key.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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The practice is a way of acknowledging those who reach out to wish them well for the occasion.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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Longoria's arrival at the major league level coincided with the Rays' ascent from an American League East doormat to a team that regularly participated in the postseason.—
Jon Paul Hoornstra,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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Otherwise, our latest global economic ascent marks not the beginning of a new era but the high watermark of an unsustainable model.—
Aref Aziz,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
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That single would go on to become one of The Black Keys’ most successful tracks, spending 48 weeks on the Alternative Airplay tally — the most among any of the band's tunes.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Based on current tracks and the dead probe's orbital inclination of 52 degrees, the craft's reentry could occur anywhere between 52 degrees north latitude and 52 degrees south — an area that covers most of Earth's surface.—
Brett Tingley,
Space.com,
9 May 2025
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“Trajectory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trajectory. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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